Asurbandh - Para, Purulia
Asurbandh is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Para and around 39.4 km from Purulia. Deoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asurbandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asurbandh is 330138. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.69 hectares and falls under the 723146 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Asurbandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asurbandh
As per Census 2011, Asurbandh village has a total population of 3,357 people, consisting of 1,756 males and 1,601 females. The village has 605 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 545 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,777 literate and 1,580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asurbandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,357 | 1,756 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 287 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,423 | 728 | 695 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,777 | 1,154 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,580 | 602 | 978 |
Nearby Villages of Asurbandh
Asurbandh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Asurbandh
Asurbandh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asurbandh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Asurbandh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Asurbandh is about 39.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asurbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asurbandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asurbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asurbandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asurbandh
Where is Asurbandh located?
Asurbandh village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asurbandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Asurbandh is Deoli.
What is the pincode of Asurbandh?
The pincode of Asurbandh is 723146.
What is the population of Asurbandh?
Asurbandh has a total population of 3,357, including 1,756 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Asurbandh?
There are 605 households in Asurbandh.
What is the literacy rate in Asurbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurbandh is 52.93%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 38.91%.